In the How to Draw and Paint Series titles, experienced artists teach readers how to re-create an array of beautiful portraits in pastel, from start to finish. In this book, the author explains a number of pastel painting techniques and special effects. Helpful demonstrations and clear, step-by-step instruction teach readers how to develop a painting and use the medium to its fullest.

Book specifications: paperback, 32 pgs., 10 1/4 in. x 13 3/4 in.
Publisher Walter Foster, 2003.

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Walter Foster's How To books are great and easy to follow even for younger artist trying to learn to draw and for advanced artist.

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Rated by: jeannine w. in Clinton, MS

Walter Foster's How To books are great and easy to follow even for younger artist trying to learn to draw and for advanced artist.

Rated by: Anita G. in Gladstone, IL

This how to series should be called, how to finally understand how to do it... it takes the intimidation out of working with animal pictures, the basics are so well explained... you want to paint animals... get these books!

Rated by: KJ R. in Christiansburg, VA

This series is full of practical and easy to follow instruction for kids and adults alike! Fun and instructional.

Rated by: Susan R. in COMANCHE, TX

Wonderful details that my 9 year old can follow and learn to draw better.

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